Results/Photos

Date: Dec. 13, 2025 Participant: Wendy Schuschke #5351 Race: 2025 Phoenix Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace with Strong Finishes Wendy Schuschke showed a commendable performance at the 2025 Phoenix Half Marathon. She maintained a steady pace throughout the race, with an overall average pace of 9:05 min/mile. Her strongest segment was towards the end, clocking an impressive 8:53 min/mile in the last mile. Wendy placed 24th in her division, F45-49, out of a large field of participants. The final time was a solid 1:59:12, proving her endurance and consistency over the 13.1-mile distance. Although her pace slightly fluctuated, it was refined after the halfway mark, showing improvement and adaptability. Wendy's splits between miles 3 and 4 were particularly impressive, with her pace benefiting from the adjustments made earlier in the race. She might benefit from a strategic plan to manage speed from the start, helping to evenly distribute her energy across the course. Overall, Wendy's race was consistently strong, and fine-tuning pacing strategies could lead to even faster results in future events.